LawVu
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In-house legal teams come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and often originate from humble beginnings. But regardless of whether youre a sole general counsel, a small in-house team, or starting out with a few more hands at the helm, your corporate legal department structure can have a significant impact on how effectively youre able to serve the business.
JURIST
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The UK’s Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) found in a landmark ruling on Tuesday that the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and London’s Metropolitan Police Service broke the law and breached the human rights of two Northern Ireland journalists, Trevor Birney and Barry McCaffrey. The ruling pertained to a covert surveillance operation authorized by a Northern Ireland police chief in a bid to unmask a journalistic source, which the IPT ruled was unlawful.
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ABA Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Senior U.S. District Judge Michael A.
JURIST
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Serbian authorities installed spyware on the phones of dozens of journalists and activists, Amnesty International said in a report on Monday. In the document entitled “A Digital Prison: Surveillance and the suppression of civil society in Serbia,” the non-governmental organization cited digital forensic evidence and testimonies from activists who said they were hacked in recent months.
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With advancements in automation tools and digitization, the overall modern business environment is fast, to say the least. Legal operations are no exception to this need for expediency. Managing contracts efficiently is critical for organizations to maintain compliance, minimize risk, and optimize their contract lifecycle operations. As such, organizations considering CLM software need to diligently review CLM software offerings to find the solution that best fits their specific needs.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 18, 2024
“Federal judge broke ethics rules by criticizing Justice Alito over flag flying, report finds”: Alex Swoyer of The Washington Times has this report. And Jacqueline Thomsen of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Judge Apologizes for Criticizing Alito’s Ethics Over Flags; Senior judge was found to have committed misconduct; Wrote essay calling justices flag-flying improper. ” You can view the op-ed at this link.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Being a Supreme Court justice means never having to say you're sorry. but everyone else has to apologize to you. The post Officially Unethical To Suggest Sam Alito Is Unethical appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) raised serious concerns Wednesday regarding Guatemalan Attorney General Mara Consuelo Porras , who is accused of conducting politically motivated prosecutions against members of President Bernardo Arvalo’s administration. According to HRW, Porras has initiated at least 17 investigations against high-ranking officials, often based on dubious evidence.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 18, 2024
“The Changing Face of Supreme Court Oral Arguments [Deep Dive #2]; How ‘hot’ is the bench? Here are some data driven answers.” Adam Feldman has this post at his “Legalytics” Substack site.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Protecting American Innovation Act is vital to securing our nations technology and deterring foreign threats, particularly from China, Rep. Pat Fallon told Breaking Defense. The post Rep. Pat Fallon Introducing Bill To Block DoD IT Contracts With Chinese Entities (Exclusive) appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies
Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 18, 2024
“Aide-de-camp”: You can access the new episode of the “Divided Argument” podcast via this link.
Law 360
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice unveiled a suit Wednesday accusing CVS, the nation's largest pharmacy chain, of knowinglyfilling invalid prescriptions for powerful opioids and ignoring internal pleas from its pharmacists as it allegedly put profits over safety.
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Top words in law for 2024 include catchy ways to describe minimal workplace attendance and expert-witness conferences, according to the list recently unveiled by Burtons…
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Well, technically the cut hadn't been finalized yet, but the point remains. The post Lawyer Walks Right Off Job After Fee Cut From $200/Hour To $15/Hour appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Congress released a stopgap funding bill with a significant healthcare package, and provider groups are reacting favorably. They are mainly applauding provisions that reign in PBMs business practices, extend telehealth flexibilities, and boost payments to hospitals and physicians. The post How Did Provider Groups React to Congress End-of-Year Healthcare Package?
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Bringing new meaning to the court's order. The post Lawyers Who Do Lunch appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Photo by Mark Patterson on Unsplash Cities have a unique and significant role to play in responding to climate change. Many are already doing so by adopting legal and policy tools to encourage the use of smart surfacesa group of technologies and design strategies that mitigate the effects of climate change in urban environments, especially extreme heat, stormwater flooding, and poor air quality.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Yeehaw! Associates at this firm can lasso some super-'kool' bonuses if they bill enough. The post Everything’s Bigger In Texas, Including The Law Firm Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Secondary Traumatic Stress encompasses the behavioral and emotional responses to continued, indirect exposure to traumatic events. The post Bracing for Impact: The Traumatic Stress Facing Immigration Attorneys in Times of Mass Deportations appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
It ain't over yet! The post How Much Has Law School Diversity Changed After A Year? Data Says… appeared first on Above the Law.
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Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota
Day on Torts
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Where the decedent was an independent contractor who died when a lifting mechanism in the factory failed, there were questions of fact regarding whether the defendant company owed a duty to the decedent, so summary judgment for the defendant company was reversed. In Lowe v. Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC , No. M2023-01774-COA-R3-CV (Tenn.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Flavia Naves's journey is a masterclass in the art of pivoting. The post Navigating A Nonlinear Path: 3 Unusual Lessons For Foreign-Trained Lawyers Building A Career In The US appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
DECEMBER 18, 2024
National firm Quarles & Brady LLP has added the former assistant general counsel of Ulta Beauty to bolster its real estate practice group and efforts to advise its commercial real estate industry clients.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Pssst! Hey, you! You can make much more money at a boutique! The post Biglaw Associates Must Know By Now That Boutique Firms Are Where The Real Money Is appeared first on Above the Law.
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Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.
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